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May 3 – IV Sun of Easter / S Theodosius of Kiev
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- May 3, 2026
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Summary
It's the Feast of IV Sun after Easter , 2nd Class , with the color of White . In this episode: the meditation: "Come, Holy Ghost!", today's news from the Church: "EU: Primacy of Gender Ideology Over Child Protection", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? [email protected] Sources Used Today: "Come, Holy Ghost!" — Eastertide Day by Day https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day "EU: Primacy of Gender Ideology Over Child Protection" (FSSPX.news) https://fsspx.news/en/news/eu-primacy-gender-ideology-over-child-protection-58744 The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop Saint Theodosius of Kiev was a monk and spiritual father who helped shape the heart of Eastern Christian monasticism in the lands of Rus. He was born around the year 1036, likely in the region of Kiev, into a family of some standing. From a young age, he showed a deep attraction to the life of prayer and sacrifice. Though his family hoped for a more comfortable future for him, Theodosius felt drawn to a life of poverty and devotion. He eventually found his way to the Kiev Pechersk Lavra, the Monastery of the Caves, where he became a disciple of Anthony of Kiev. There, he embraced the ascetic life with fervor, committing himself to fasting, prayer, and obedience. His humility and dedication soon became evident to the community. When Theodosius was chosen as abbot, he guided the monastery with wisdom and balance. While preserving the spirit of solitude and penance, he also introduced a more structured communal life based on the traditions of Eastern monasticism. He emphasized charity, obedience, and care for the poor, ensuring that the mon…